26 Cherry Tomato Recipes to Use Up the Whole Pint

Cherry tomatoes are like little juicy bursts of flavor. Much like other types of tomatoes, they cram a ton of goodness into a small package whether eaten raw, roasted or caramelized. They're best during the summer when they’re in season, but you’ll still find good-quality cherry tomatoes available year round. As long as you store them properly, you’ll always have some on hand for tossing into pasta dishes, making caprese salads and even amping up eggs. Cherry tomatoes are the perfect ingredient whenever you want to add sweetness, acidity and fresh flavor to a dish. Have a bounty on hand and need to use them up? Keep these recipes in your back pocket. You’ll find plenty of quick and easy ideas, starting with this simple recipe that puts cherry tomatoes on full display. Blistered cherry tomatoes are sweet, caramelized and juicy—perfect when paired with toasted bread slathered with Parmesan yogurt. Garnish with a few grinds of fresh pepper and you’re ready to serve.

For a quick meatless entrée that’s ready in 20 minutes, try this roasted shrimp recipe. Simply toss shrimp, cherry tomatoes, garlic, olive oil and salt and pepper on a baking sheet, then roast until the tomatoes are ready to burst. Finish with a squeeze of lemon and serve alongside pasta, salad or roasted potatoes.

Burrata cheese is salty, melty and delicious, so it makes every dish taste just a little bit better. In this recipe, the fresh cherry tomatoes get roasted until soft, then their juices form a sweet and acidic sauce for the cheesy pasta. It can be ready in just 30 minutes, which means this dish is perfect for busy weeknight dinners.

These little snacks make the perfect appetizer for a dinner party. Fresh cherry tomatoes are a great size and shape for stuffing, so we love that this recipe uses them as a vessel to hold chicken salad. Garnish each tomato boat with a rosemary leaf to add a pop of green color.